analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#72C0A1 — Verdigris
#72C0A1 is a mid-tone moderately saturated green sitting at 156° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #72C0A1
- f4faf8
- d4ece2
- b4ddcd
- 93cfb7
- 73c0a1
- 53b28c
- 429373
- 347359
- 255240
- 163227
- 08120e
Color schemes using #72C0A1
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#72C0A1 FAQ
What color is #72C0A1?
#72C0A1 is a shade of verdigris in the green family. It has a hue of 156 degrees, 38% saturation and 60% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #72C0A1?
#72C0A1 is rgb(114, 192, 161) in RGB, hsl(156, 38%, 60%) in HSL, and cmyk(41%, 0%, 16%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #72C0A1?
White text on this background reaches 2.15:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.77:1.
What colors go well with #72C0A1?
Its direct complement is #C07291. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #C072B8 and #C07A72 gives you contrast without the vibration.